Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II 

4.9
(99 reviews)
 1 Harbor Road, Jekyll Island, GA 31527, United States–

Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II 

Jekyll Island, GA, United States
–
23 ft
4
4.9
(99 reviews)

Island Angler Charters is a father-son team that specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing in the waters around Jekyll Island. Captain Andy Hicks is a friendly guide with decades of experience fishing the various inlets, rivers, estuaries, and bays along Georgia's coast. He caters his trips to anglers of all skill levels and welcomes you aboard for an exciting adventure!

Your boat for the day is a 23' Hydra-Sports center console, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. She comes with top-notch navigational equipment, fishing tackle, a livewell, and cooler. The boat is spacious, accommodating up to 4 guests, making her perfect for family trips, business outings, or a friends' fishing getaway.

You'll have the opportunity to explore numerous hidden inlets and bays that dot the Georgia coastline. You'll also be able to fish estuaries and rivers that contain numerous fishing grounds for a range of species. The captain takes full advantage of this and will put you on the likes of Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder.

Nearshore trips will see you targeting various Shark species, as well as Sheepshead, Whiting, Spanish Mackerel, and Barracuda. No matter which trip you choose, the captain ensures you'll have an enjoyable time on the water, chasing big fish, and creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

Captain provides high-quality Shakespeare rods and Penn reels on all of his trips. You'll also be supplied with live bait and artificial lures, depending on your target species. Your fishing license is covered by the charter and catch cleaning and filleting services are included in the price as well.

Just be sure to pack sunscreen, as well as a hat and sunglasses, and feel free to bring snacks and drinks as well. Get ready for an unforgettable fishing trip and join Island Anglers Charters for the thrill of a lifetime!

Island Angler Charters is a father-son team that specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing in the waters around Jekyll Island. Captain Andy Hicks is a friendly guide with decades of experience fishing the various inlets, rivers, estuaries, and bays along Georgia's coast. He caters his trips to anglers of all skill levels and welcomes you aboard for an exciting adventure!

Your boat for the day is a 23' Hydra-Sports center console, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. She comes with top-notch navigational equipment, fishing tackle, a livewell, and cooler. The boat is spacious, accommodating up to 4 guests, making her perfect for family trips, business outings, or a friends' fishing getaway.

You'll have the opportunity to explore numerous hidden inlets and bays that dot the Georgia coastline. You'll also be able to fish estuaries and rivers that contain numerous fishing grounds for a range of species. The captain takes full advantage of this and will put you on the likes of Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder.

Nearshore trips will see you targeting various Shark species, as well as Sheepshead, Whiting, Spanish Mackerel, and Barracuda. No matter which trip you choose, the captain ensures you'll have an enjoyable time on the water, chasing big fish, and creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

Captain provides high-quality Shakespeare rods and Penn reels on all of his trips. You'll also be supplied with live bait and artificial lures, depending on your target species. Your fishing license is covered by the charter and catch cleaning and filleting services are included in the price as well.

Just be sure to pack sunscreen, as well as a hat and sunglasses, and feel free to bring snacks and drinks as well. Get ready for an unforgettable fishing trip and join Island Anglers Charters for the thrill of a lifetime!

Island Angler Charters
Charter Operator
Island Angler Charters
37 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
3 Hour Kids Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Shark (Bonnethead)
Kingfish (Southern)
Ray
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Sep 30
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 1
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Sep 30
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
99 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (148)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (99)

  • Bob Brownley
    Bob Brownley
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Slaying reds

    4 Hour – Nearshore on August 20, 2024 • 2 adults

    Went on a four hour inshore charter with Shelby as a captain. He got us onto redfish at high tide and we had about 15 on the line had Nine nice keepers between 18 and 22 inches. Also caught one 27 in that we had to throw back. We then moved and went to two spots to fish spotted trout. Last spot was great and we landed three nice trout and one small flounder. Great day and great catch overall and Shelby was a perfect captain, very Knowledgeable, friendly And courteous. Would highly recommend booking with Shelby and/or his dad, Andy. Awesome trip!!!

  • Brittany Gregor
    Brittany Gregor
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Shelby is awesome!

    4 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing on May 13, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We caught multiple sharks today and several stingrays! Toward the end of trip we trailed some shrimp boats and basically got a dolphin tour! Captain Shelby and Trey were awesome with our kids (5 and 10) letting them real in catches they hooked. It was the best day and I would HIGHLY recommend this trip to anyone wanting a more thrilling charter

  • Jessica Turner
    Jessica Turner
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip!

    4 Hour – Nearshore on October 13, 2024 • 4 adults

    Our family had a great time fishing with Captain Andy. We caught a lot of sharks and whiting plus three stingrays. It was a great experience reeling in the big fish and learning about the tides and fish that live between Jekyll and Little Cumberland Island. They did a great job of cleaning the fish we were able to keep and we are looking forward to at least three great dinners from this trip. We look forward to our next trip to Jekyll so we can do this again.

  • Don Tesiero
    Don Tesiero
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Shelby, the Shark Hunter

    4 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing on July 22, 2023 • 4 adults

    Captain Shelby, Captain Andy’s son, was the perfect choice for our half day of shark fishing off Jekyll Island, Georgia. The boat had a Bimini top to provide shade. Shelby welcomed us with an easy laugh, marine wildlife facts and local island tidbits. The day was windy so Captain Shelby adapted to stay closer inshore behind a shrimp boat. His efforts paid off! Our college kids got in plenty of “reel action”. The family got 16 hits and pulled in ten significant sharks to catch and release! We learned about specific behavior differences between sharks. Shelby was quick to move lines and position the boat during catches. It was a pleasure to have Captain Shelby as our guide. The fishing trip was a wonderful time to bond before everyone is headed back to college and a great start to Shark Week! We recommend Captain Shelby and his dad Captain Andy for a fair price and terrific fishing trip! We’re already planning our next one!

  • Danielle Jacksong
    Danielle Jacksong
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    kids 3 hr trip

    3 Hour Kids Trip on October 18, 2025 • 2 adults

    first ever fishing charter experience with my wife and small kids. caught a ton of fish for a 3 hour voyage. multiple species, multiple locations. Captain and mate made sure we didnt have to do anything but reel tight lines. we loved it.

  • Jamie Lawrenz
    Jamie Lawrenz
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Andy

    4 Hour – Nearshore on July 18, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain Shelby was awesome! We had so much fun! We caught like 7 or 8 sharks. He definitely knows where to fish at! Super friendly staff and easy to talk to! Definitely recommend them! If we ever make it back to Georgia, we know who to call!!!

  • Joseph Mccarl
    Joseph Mccarl
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    June 10th.

    4 Hour – Nearshore on June 10, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Fantastic day started drifting for whiting catching mostly shark and stingray. Moved out with shrimp boats and caught several nice black tip shark. Great fighting fish. Very knowledgeable captain.

  • Rebecca Willison
    Rebecca Willison
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    4 Hour – Nearshore on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Shelby was very knowledgeable about the area and what fish to expect to catch. I asked to catch a shark and he made it happen. We plan to book a trip with him again in the future.

  • James Jones
    James Jones
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2024
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Shark Trip

    6 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing on July 1, 2024 • 2 adults

    Awesome fishing trip with Captain Shelby . Stayed on the fish all trip . 3 people and we all caught sharks , 4 different kinds . My son caught a big Black tip , Spinner, I caught Finetooth , Mom got a Black nose , rods were bent all day long . Will definitely book another trip . Thanks for the adventure!!!!!! Glenn

  • John Henley
    John Henley
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Tons of Fun!

    4 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing on July 9, 2025 • 3 adults

    Took my two sons fishing with Shelby. We all caught sharks and Whiting. Shelby was very knowledgeable about the area. would highly recommend this charter.

FAQs about Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II

Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 3 Hour Kids Trip (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour – Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour – Nearshore Shark Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn & Shakespeare )
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Seasonal )
  • Nearshore fishing (Year-round )
  • Backcountry fishing
Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Island Angler Charters – Island Angler II include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Kingfish (Southern)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your operator

Island Angler Charters
Island Angler Charters
Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States
450 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Captain Andy Hicks has been fishing the waters of Georgia for over 3 decades. He's also been in the US Coast Guard for 5 years and has been guiding anglers for 2 and a half decades as well. He's obtained a vast knowledge of all the hidden bays and feeding spots of the area and he's eager to share them with his customers. Capt. Andy's favorite fish to target and fight with are the many Sharks that the coast of Georgia is known for, as well as the Silver King – both of these fish offer a tough and rewarding fight.
Island Angler Charters
Island Angler Charters
450
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain Andy Hicks has been fishing the waters of Georgia for over 3 decades. He's also been in the US Coast Guard for 5 years and has been guiding anglers for 2 and a half decades as well. He's obtained a vast knowledge of all the hidden bays and feeding spots of the area and he's eager to share them with his customers. Capt. Andy's favorite fish to target and fight with are the many Sharks that the coast of Georgia is known for, as well as the Silver King – both of these fish offer a tough and rewarding fight.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Two young anglers engaged in catching a stingray while fishing on a boat, showcasing an exciting moment on the water.
    Danielle J.
    Danielle J.
    first ever fishing charter experience with my wife and small kids. caught a ton of fish for a 3 hour voyage. multiple species, multiple locations. Captain and mate made sure we didnt have to do anything but reel tight lines. we loved it.
  • Young angler holding a small shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Bonnethead Shark
    David R.
    David R.
  • An angler casting a fishing rod while out on the water, with a scenic backdrop of clouds and distant land.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Blacktip Shark
    Ralph E.
    Ralph E.
    Capt Shelby great got hits while trip. Will be back soon Thank you Captain Shelby
  • Close-up of a shark fin near the boat, showcasing the aquatic environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Blacktip Shark
    Jamie L.
    Jamie L.
    Captain Shelby was awesome! We had so much fun! We caught like 7 or 8 sharks. He definitely knows where to fish at! Super friendly staff and easy to talk to! Definitely recommend them! If we ever make it back to Georgia, we know who to call!!!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large shark while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    John H.
    John H.
    Took my two sons fishing with Shelby. We all caught sharks and Whiting. Shelby was very knowledgeable about the area. would highly recommend this charter.
  • An enthusiastic angler holding a small shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Rebecca W.
    Rebecca W.
    Captain Shelby was very knowledgeable about the area and what fish to expect to catch. I asked to catch a shark and he made it happen. We plan to book a trip with him again in the future.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a small shark while on a fishing trip, with a sunny backdrop and a fellow angler in the background.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Richard S.
    Richard S.
  • A commercial shrimp boat actively fishing in open waters, surrounded by seabirds, showcasing the dynamic environment of offshore fishing.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Alan W.
    Alan W.
    Great experience with captain Shelby. He was very knowledgeable about the Georgia coastal fishing. We decided to fish for sharks and were not disappointed.
  • A shark is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Joseph M.
    Joseph M.
    Fantastic day started drifting for whiting catching mostly shark and stingray. Moved out with shrimp boats and caught several nice black tip shark. Great fighting fish. Very knowledgeable captain.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught shark while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Blacktip Shark
    Jimmy B.
    Jimmy B.
    Shelby our boat captain was awesome helping my wife and daughters catch fish the whole time! Really enjoyed it and will be back for sure.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Hydra-Sports
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn & Shakespeare
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

What’s biting in Jekyll Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)Shark (Bonnethead)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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